PW Boss build thread

[cloud9]

When, July 29th? I really want to come but my work schedule is tight next month...

It's a 3 day 7/27-7/29 :banana: Regisration info is here:

ClubRegistration.net

 

[BlackNDecker]

:lol1: OK maybe it's not gone, but I can no longer enter it in a baja event either! Actually I installed the full 302S suspension and I can't wait to get it back on track in about a week.

Nice what hood did you go with CF or FG? What paint scheme are you going with? The Tiger hoods are :rockon:

My paint scheme will be totally unique, AFAIK, but will have the "muscle car" look and pay homage to the 1969 Boss 302..hint hint.

It's a 3 day 7/27-7/29 :banana: Regisration info is here:

ClubRegistration.net

I could spare an afternoon worth of rubber...but I don't have a dedicated track wheel set for 3 days worth of racing

I sold my Boss wheels/tires to my Dad to help pay for my new set up...BTW, I walk my Dad's 2011 5.0 much harder with these lighter weight and smaller diameter wheels. It's almost like I gained 30 extra hp throughout the powerband...but kept my warranty:beer:. Here are some pics of my Dad's car and his progress:

 

[cloud9]

His car looks good! Well if you are looking for something to do swing up there one afternoon and watch some stangs give those Porches hell! Admission is free

 

[cobra-boss]

As for Ford not cutting out the grill....it would not pass the "snow" test, the open grill would let in to much snow. I just read that in the new Boss book Amazon.com: Mustang Boss 302: From Racing Legend to Modern Muscle Car (9780760341414): Donald Farr, Parnelli Jones: Books

Jim

 

[cloud9]

As for Ford not cutting out the grill....it would not pass the "snow" test, the open grill would let in to much snow. I just read that in the new Boss book Amazon.com: Mustang Boss 302: From Racing Legend to Modern Muscle Car (9780760341414): Donald Farr, Parnelli Jones: Books

Jim

Specifically it was that snow could pack the inlet to the CAI behind the driver side "fake" fog opening. Thus the removable fog covers on the '13s to aid with cooling on the track. Not that many of us are slapping on a set of Blizzak's and busting through snow drifts

 

[svt1111]

Specifically it was that snow could pack the inlet to the CAI behind the driver side "fake" fog opening. Thus the removable fog covers on the '13s to aid with cooling on the track. Not that many of us are slapping on a set of Blizzak's and busting through snow drifts

What's so funny about this is that Ford elected to delete the grill entirely on the 2013 GT500, yet even after a year of use in customer's hands, they didn't delete the fog lights from the 2013 Boss grill!

I understand the broad engineering objectives they must satisfy, but c'mon: how many people drive their Boss in a snow storm!! Heck, the Owner's supplement that came with my 2010 Powerstroke Diesel even mentions that snow can become packed in the air intake under extreme conditions!!! And that's a work truck!!:shrug:

 

[BlackNDecker]

Hood is finally painted...I will install it tomorrow.

The retro influence is obvious with this paint scheme...honestly I never understood why Ford only blacked out the "hump" on the hood of the new Boss rather than following the natural lines:shrug:....oh well, it gives me a chance to be unique.

 

[cobra1718]

Wow love the hood! It's gonna look great on the car

 

[cloud9]

Great call on the paint scheme BlackNDecker :thumbsup:

 

[Grant808]

Well f'ing done! Best paint scheme on the Tiger Racing hood so far!

 

[BlackNDecker]

Thanks guys!! Y'all have helped inspire my build...b/w this forum and BMO.com:beer:

Hood should be installed tomorrow morning by 10 am...epper::banana:epper:

 

[BlackNDecker]

Drove the Bauce to a local car show...excellent weather and a decent turnout:

 

[LostPony]

If I do that hood, I'm copying your paint scheme. Well done and can't wait til tomorrow to see it on the car!

 

[BlackNDecker]

Hood is finally on...Beast Mode!!!

I came across this really nice Impala SS with a 396 Turbo Jet on my way home...perfect for an impromptu photoshoot:

 

[svt1111]

Hood looks great! Nice job.

 

[BlackNDecker]

Thanks!

One more pic...

 

[5 DOT 0]

The hood looks terrific, nice job!

 

[Grant808]

Looks 'right'. Good job innovating!

 

[fast4v]

Thats a sexyyy looking hood. Great job on the build

 

[BlackNDecker]

Thanks fellas! I can now say this is the car of my dreams...exterior wise, there isn't anything else I want to do to this car. I would like to get long tube headers and a full exhaust next year.